Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Belize located?

Belize lies on the eastern coastline of Central America, bordered on the north by Mexico (the Yucatan Peninsula), on the west and south by Guatemala, and on the east by the sparkling waters of the Caribbean Sea. It is separated by sea from its neighbor to the southwest, Honduras.

What is the climate like in Belize?

Belize is subtropical, with a mean annual temperature of 80 degrees F. Winter storms may bring the temperature down to the low 60's but it can also reach the mid-90's on the mainland during the hottest part of summer.

Trade winds blow along the coast and on the cayes most of the year, keeping temperatures pleasant even in the hottest months, except for a few weeks, generally around mid-August through mid-September.

The dry season generally lasts from November through May while the rainy season is typically June-November. Hurricanes occasionally occur between August through October. Rainfall is heaviest in the south and the jungle areas (around 180 inches) lightest in the north and on the Cayes (around 50 inches). Water temperature averages between 79 and 83 degrees F.

Note: Some adventures, such as cave tubing or other caving and jungle expeditions can be effected by either too much or too little rainfall. These adventures usually indicate this as part of their descriptions.

Should I be worried about Wild Animals or Poisonous Snakes?

The reef islands have no poisonous snakes and most of the critters are pretty benign. There are rare sightings of Fer-de-lance, Bushmaster and Coral snakes in the mainland jungle areas. There are also occasional sightings of tarantulas and scorpions. Belize is rich in exotic wildlife...iguanas, amazing birds, manatees, reef fish, howler monkeys. Larger animals, such as the Jaguar do exist in the jungle but are rarely seen. The biggest pest, well, smallest actually, is the no-see-um or sand fly. They can be irritating during dusk and dawn.